Your New Year's Eve events guide

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23/12/2018

You likely have had this day planned for months, because noone does New Year's like us Kiwis. But if you're still undecided on where you'll be ringing in the New Year, we've put together a guide of all the biggest events around the country, no matter what you're in to!

CAMPING FESTIVALS

Rhythm and Vines, GisborneWhen: 29th - 1st JanuaryIt's the biggest festival in the country for a reason. It's the first city in the world to see the sunrise on the new year, which is special in itself. But the main drawcard is obviously the massive line-up of huge international artists, as well as the stunning location in the Waiohika Estate Vineyard where you can camp amongst the vines. An absolute must-do at least once. Learn more.

Rhythm and Alps, Wanaka
When: 29th - 1st January
Rhythm and Vines' little sister, R&A offers equally as great of a line-up in a slightly different setting - you'll be partying in the stunning Cardrona Valley. It's the biggest NYE party you'll get in the South Island, and you won't regret it. Learn more.

AUM New Year's Eve Festival, South Head, Auckland
When: 30th - 2nd January
This family-friendly, hippy camping festival is slightly different, but just an hour out of Auckland, you'll get to set your creativity free with art, workshops, music and heaps more. Learn more.

Wondergarden, Auckland
When: 31st December, 2pm - 1am
If you'd rather just go for the one-day celebration, or are stuck in Auckland for New Year, Wondergarden is set on the waterfront in Silo Park with live music from 2pm through til 1am. There are heaps of food trucks on site, and it's a family-friendly event. Learn more.

Highlife, Waiheke Island
When: 31st December, 6pm - 2am.
Head over to the beaut Waiheke Island and experience DJs, live acts, dancers, performers, gourmet food and more. Plus you'll get great views of the Auckland Skytower fireworks. Just be aware this event is R22.Learn more.

North Hagley Park NYE, Christchurch
When: 31st December, 6pm - 12am
This free event is perfect for celebrating with the whole fam, with heaps of activities and entertainment, with live bands and DJs and a midnight fireworks display.Learn more.

Top Paddock, Lake Hawea
When: 31st December, 4pm - 2am
Two stages with 10 hours of music in the amazing Southern Alps. And there's camping available overnight if that's your thing. Learn more.

Unfortunately some of the faves from the past like the Whangamata and Mt Maunganui beach concerts aren't running this year, which is why they haven't made an appearance on the list. That's just a reason to try something new though!